Fund $23,000 to host official delegation from sister city Shimada, Japan
$23,000
In Plain English
Richmond has maintained a sister city relationship with Shimada, Japan for 65 years. The Richmond-Shimada Friendship Commission wants to host an official delegation visit to mark this milestone anniversary. If approved, the city spends up to $23,000 on hosting expenses like meals and local transportation.
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